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Rituu honors Buddhist meditation practices with the design of this Shambhala-style bracelet. Meaning "bliss" in Sanskrit, the Shambhala-style bracelet symbolizes tranquility, peace and happiness – the oneness of all. Rituu expertly knots the cotton bracelet by hand with macramé techniques and crowns it with tiger's eye, believed to bring good luck and protection to whomsoever wears it.

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Meet the Artist

Meet the Artist

"Slowly my husband encouraged to me create some jewelry… thus I started on my journey. I am greatly influenced by the ancient designs and I bring them to my work."

Update (May, 2019)

“Hi friends! It’s been 12 years now since I became associated with Novica. When I started my journey as an artisan with Novica, I was new in this craft world, and started with just a few of my own jewelry designs. Novica gave me an opportunity to showcase my talent and designs. It is because of Novica that I could establish myself and achieve my dreams, despite my illness. I have been suffering from osteoporosis and bone TB for the last 10 years, and I am still under treatment.

“My medical condition affected me emotionally as well as physically, to a certain extent. Because I was bed-ridden for a long time, my work suffered; and this really depressed me. But I never lost hope. So as soon as I was able to move around, I started working again. I wish to re-establish my work and move ahead in life.

“When I started designing jewelry, encouraged and supported by my husband, my jewelry designs were crafted by other artisans. Previously, I did not have a workshop. Now I have my own workshop where I have a team of 25 people working with me on a full-time basis. Around 10 artisans work part-time for me, especially women from the rural areas of Rajasthan. They work from their own houses on their own schedules. These women usually craft the beaded jewelry. Beads and other necessary materials are supplied to them, along with the designs and combination of beads to be used. They in turn complete the work, and then we collect it. In this way, they work securely in their homes, and it gives them a chance to show their work, their skills and talents. This gives them confidence and brings smiles to their faces, with an opportunity to earn money as well.

“My workshop is divided into two parts. In one part of the workshop, the silver crafting is done; while in the other part, the crafting of beaded jewelry is done. We use traditional methods of crafting silver jewelry like melting, wire work, beading, studded gemstones, etc. My husband and only son assist me in my workshop. The best part about my designs is that they are very pretty, traditional yet stylish and comfortable for everyday use. At times it is really challenging to keep pace with the ever-changing fashion trends, but I certainly look up to this challenge as it gives me new opportunities to learn and design more.

“I have also dedicated some of my time to an NGO in Rajasthan that works with school children and provides medical facilities to elderly people. The NGO is connected with a school where we provide education, books, uniforms and other necessities to the school children. We are also connected with an eye hospital in Jaipur, where we take care of all the expenses required for any cataract operations. We also take care of the post-operative medical requirements of the elderly people who have undergone the operation. I have received the prestigious Bhamashah Award, which is given to individuals/ NGOs for their contributions to society. I am thankful to Novica for the platform that it has given me. I hope that I will keep designing new jewelry with even more dedication and get appreciated by everyone, especially Novica customers.”

Original Artisan Story

"Hi, I'm Rituu Agarwal, and I was born in Jaipur, popularly known as the pink city. But did you know that it is also called the City of Gems? For me, to be in the field of jewelry is like being in dreamland for I have always wanted to be connected to this wonderful world of gems and jewelry.

"I grew up here and had a lot of fun. The vibrant and architectural beauty of the city is a sight to enjoy. I remember spending our weekend time in the park and strolling around the monuments. This always took us to the ancient era of kings and queens.

"Though I have always been fascinated by the art of jewelry, I never got to actually be in the field until I got married. Many people in Jaipur have a long lineage in crafts and trade, which has been handed down from generation to generation. And my husband is one of them. His family has worked in the design and crafting of jewelry for many years and, when I married him, I was exposed to its vast and enigmatic beauty. I would spend endless time watching them work. It was a delight to see.

"Slowly my husband encouraged to me create some jewelry… thus I started on my journey. I am greatly influenced by the ancient designs and I bring them to my work. I also work on contemporary themes.

"It has definitely been a long journey for me. I know I have a long way to go and I need your support. I want to invite you to my small world to see and appreciate my collections."

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WOMEN

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4

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BUST

35

36

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47

WAIST

27

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37

HIPS

37

38

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48

MEN

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CHEST

36 - 38

39 - 41

42 - 44

46 - 48

50 - 52

WAIST

29 - 31

32 - 34

35 - 37

38 - 40

41 - 43

NECK

14 - 14.5

15 - 15.5

16 - 16.5

17 - 17.5

18 - 18.5

SLEEVE

32.5

33.5

34.5

35.5

36.5

FINDING YOUR SIZE

Take your measurements with the tape measure over your under garments. If your measurements fall between sizes you may prefer the next larger size. Inseam, skirt and dress lengths vary by style and will be listed in the item description. Our sweaters are knit in standard American sizes, however actual measurements vary by style.

BUST / CHEST

Measure around the fullest part of chest under the arms and over the shoulder blades keeping the tape measure level.

WAIST

Measure around the smallest part of the waist keeping the tape measure comfortably loose. Most garments use the low waist measurement noted below.

LOW WAIST

Measure around the body approximately 1.5" below the natural waist (above). This is the area where most pants and skirts actually fit.

HIPS

Standing with your heels together, measure around the fullest part of the body approx 7"-8" below the waist.

NECK

Measure around the base of the neck keeping the tape measure comfortably loose.

SLEEVE

Bend elbow slightly and starting at the center back of the neck, measure across the shoulder, to the elbow and down to the wrist.

INSEAM

Our standard inseam length for women is 32" and 34" for men; however inseam measurements will vary slightly by style.

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